WhatsApp Desktop is the native messaging app for Mac and Windows that mirrors your phone's chats. Its keyboard shortcuts speed up starting chats, searching, navigating conversations, and managing messages without reaching for the mouse.
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All WhatsApp keyboard shortcuts (Windows)
+ 3 more controls in the table below
+ 3 more controls in the table below
33 shortcuts
Chats 8
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| New chat | CtrlAltN |
| New group | CtrlShiftN |
| Mark as unread | CtrlShiftU |
| Archive chat | CtrlShiftA |
| Mute | CtrlShiftM |
| Open chat info | AltI |
| Pin chat | CtrlAltShiftP |
| Block chat | CtrlShiftB |
Messages 9
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Reply | AltR |
| Edit last message | CtrlUP |
| Forward | CtrlAltD |
| Open attachment dropdown | AltA |
| Emoji panel | CtrlAltE |
| Reply privately | CtrlAltR |
| Star message | Alt8 |
| GIF panel | CtrlAltG |
| Sticker panel | CtrlAltS |
Navigation 4
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Next chat | Ctrl] |
| Previous chat | Ctrl[ |
| Close chat | Esc |
| Open chat by number (1-9) | Ctrl1 |
Search 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Search chats, calls and status | CtrlAlt/ |
| Search messages in chat | CtrlShiftF |
| Extended search | AltK |
Media 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Start push-to-talk recording | CtrlAltShiftR |
| Pause push-to-talk recording | CtrlEnter |
| Increase speed of the selected voice message | Shift. |
General 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Settings | AltS |
| Lock app | AltL |
| Profile and About | CtrlAltP |
View 3
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Zoom in | Ctrl+ |
| Zoom out | Ctrl− |
| Zoom reset | Ctrl0 |
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These shortcuts, on physical keys
There is a Stream Deck profile for WhatsApp Pro — 60 shortcuts laid out across the keys, each one labelled, installed by double-clicking a file. It fits every current Stream Deck model.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the poster include every WhatsApp shortcut?
- WhatsApp has 33 keyboard shortcuts on Windows — the complete list is free to read on this page. The poster features the most essential ones, curated to stay readable on a wall.
- Can I print it at home?
- Yes. The digital download is a high-resolution 300 DPI file you can print at home or at any print shop, in standard frame sizes.
- Does it cover both Mac and Windows?
- We sell a separate edition per platform so every key matches your keyboard exactly. This page is the Windows edition.
- Is this an official WhatsApp product?
- No. This is an unofficial reference poster and is not affiliated with or endorsed by WhatsApp. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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